Certain objects just seem to inspire a sense of peace and calm, like this small candle sitting atop a golden, throne-like hand  $25 at Sabai (924 Royal St., 525-6211; 3115 Magazine St., 899-9555; www.sabaijewelry.com).

Some candles are meant to subtly accent a room's decor, but a towering, ornate candlestick like this one is destined to be a focal point on your mantle or tabletop  $90 at Accessories in Brass (4537 Magazine St., 899-6237; www.accessoriesinbrass.com).